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      community Can oral minoxidil cause significant changes in blood pressure? (deprecated thread)

      in Minoxidil  214 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is using oral minoxidil and dutasteride for hair loss and observed changes in blood pressure after taking oral minoxidil. They experienced no visible symptoms from topical minoxidil, finasteride, or other treatments and are seeking feedback on whether these blood pressure changes are typical for oral minoxidil users.

      community What was added to your routine that sparked the most growth?

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride, RU58841, and topical minoxidil are effective for hair regrowth, with oral minoxidil showing mixed results. Some users report significant improvement with dutasteride and topical minoxidil, while others find oral minoxidil less effective.

      community Well here I am 3-4 years later.

      in Update  56 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about someone who has been taking finasteride for hair loss without success, considering switching to dutasteride or giving up treatment. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, microneedling, infrared therapy, multivitamins, and high-concentration topical solutions combining finasteride and dutasteride.

      community Has anybody tried RU58841 and pyrilutamide together?

      in Chat  10 upvotes 10 months ago
      RU58841 and pyrilutamide are being discussed as potential hair loss treatments, with some users reporting side effects. There is interest in these treatments as alternatives to 5ar inhibitors and oral minoxidil due to concerns about safety and side effects.

      community No access to RU, Pyri. Any alternative anti androgen?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses alternatives to RU58841 for hair loss treatment, with suggestions including topical spironolactone, peppermint and rosemary oils, and saw palmetto. The user also considers ordering RU58841 from China but finds it too expensive.

      community Sharing my (relatively short) Success Story

      in Progress Pictures  77 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user named "paulsac11" shares their success story of treating hair loss. They started with topical minoxidil, then switched to oral minoxidil and dutasteride. They also used a shampoo and conditioner from Keeps. After eight months of treatment, they have seen significant improvement in their hairline.

      community Why are there no FDA approved NSAA's yet?

      in Research/Science 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses why there are no FDA-approved NSAAs like RU58841 on the market, despite their potential superiority to 5AR inhibitors like finasteride. It explores the effectiveness of treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss.

      community Hair regrow idea: High dose Testosterone + RU58841

      in Satire  2 upvotes 1 month ago
      Using high doses of testosterone with RU58841 to create an androgen-free environment for hair regrowth is suggested, but concerns about heart health and the effectiveness of this approach are raised. Alternatives like topical estrogen, progesterone, and other treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are discussed.

      community Clascoterone/ Breezula will it work

      in Research/Science 2 months ago
      Breezula's effectiveness is uncertain, with some users skeptical about its potential and others noting its recent availability on the grey market. A user reported success with a stack of Dutasteride (oral), Minoxidil (topical), and RU58841 (topical), achieving significant hair improvement after 18 months.

      community From 21 to 23 years old. What do you think?

      in Treatment  328 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user is using oral finasteride, oral dutasteride, and drinking topical minoxidil for hair loss, despite health warnings. Switching from finasteride to dutasteride did not improve hair density.

      community Chat is this real? Compound called clascoterone

      in Research/Science  588 upvotes 5 months ago
      Clascoterone shows promising results for hair regrowth in men with androgenetic alopecia, with potential FDA approval by 2026. It acts as a topical androgen receptor blocker, offering a new treatment option with minimal side effects compared to existing treatments like finasteride.
      Seeking Advice on Norwood 3 Hairline at Age 15

      community Seeking Advice on Norwood 3 Hairline at Age 15

      in Basic Questions  533 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 15-year-old is concerned about hair loss, possibly at Norwood 2 or 3, and is using shampoos and conditioners recommended by a trichologist. Suggestions include considering topical minoxidil and consulting a doctor about topical anti-DHT treatments like finasteride or RU58841, but avoiding 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors at this age.

      community Is Finasteride the only way to reduce scalp DHT?

      in Chat  28 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 24-year-old male experienced side effects like low libido and ED after starting finasteride post-hair transplant and is seeking alternatives to reduce scalp DHT. Suggestions include topical finasteride, Xpecia, DHT-reducing shampoos, and switching to dutasteride, with some users reporting fewer side effects with these alternatives.

      community Female on DHT blockers, need some advice.

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 7 months ago
      A female experiencing hair loss while on testosterone replacement therapy is using oral Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and finasteride, but still losing hair. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride, using topical anti-androgens, and reducing Nizoral shampoo use to prevent scalp dryness.

      community Can we stop fear mongering with finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  285 upvotes 8 months ago
      Finasteride is effective for hair loss but can cause sexual dysfunction and mental health issues in some users, leading to a polarized debate on its risks. Some switch to alternatives like Dutasteride or topical treatments to avoid side effects.

      community Oral Finasteride 1.25mg - 9 Months

      in Update  52 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been taking oral finasteride 1.25mg daily for 9 months but is still experiencing hair recession. They plan to try topical minoxidil and consider oral minoxidil and dutasteride if needed.

      community 31M. Just diagnosed with androgenic alopecia. Fears of min.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 31-year-old man with androgenic alopecia is considering treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo but is worried about finasteride's side effects. Users recommend starting with finasteride or dutasteride for DHT blocking, suggesting topical solutions to reduce side effects.

      community Experience with only Minoxidil and Nizoral

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 8 months ago
      Minoxidil and Nizoral alone are unlikely to stop hair loss effectively, as they do not address the root cause, which is often DHT. Many users suggest incorporating a 5AR inhibitor like finasteride or dutasteride for better results, despite concerns about potential side effects.

      community No longer seeing any progress, really worried and panicking.

      in Progress Pictures  116 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair thinning and shedding despite using oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, topical dutasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo. Many recommend considering a hair transplant or embracing baldness, as current treatments seem ineffective.

      community Should I start 2.5mg or 5mg oral minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  14 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is considering starting oral minoxidil for hair regrowth, debating between 2.5mg and 5mg doses, while already using topical minoxidil, dutasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo. Users suggest starting with a lower dose to monitor side effects, with some recommending trying finasteride first.

      community What is the ultimate hair regrowth protocol

      in Treatment  28 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation covers aggressive hair regrowth treatments like Dutasteride, Minoxidil (oral and topical), RU58841, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. It also mentions PRP, laser therapy, GHK-Cu injections, and hormone therapy for maximum regrowth.

      community minoxidil saved my life (no cap)

      in Chat  137 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil and finasteride effectively improved hair growth and stopped hair loss, with no major side effects. The user switched from topical to oral minoxidil, added finasteride, and later transitioned to dutasteride, experiencing regrowth and thicker hair.

      community 18M 8 months progress 40mg daily dut stack

      in Progress Pictures  112 upvotes 1 year ago
      An 18-year-old is using a high-dose hair loss treatment with 40mg daily dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and topical bicalutamide. Despite health risk concerns, especially liver issues, they report hair regrowth progress and intend to continue the regimen.

      community Reversing 8 years of hairloss in 15 months!

      in Is this regrowth?  3616 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 32-year-old user reversed 8 years of hair loss in 15 months using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and later switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil. The user reported significant hair regrowth, despite unconventional methods like ingesting topical minoxidil, and is considering a hair transplant for further improvement.